Director, Radiologic Technology Program

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.

A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

One LSC

Student Focused

• Own It
• Advance Equity
• Cultivate Community

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The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For " is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College was recognized in three areas : Shared Governance; Faculty Experience; Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging .

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-CyFair

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester.

LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics management and sonography.

Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an exciting learning environment that brings together state-of-the-art technology and active, collaborative learning.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE :

The Director , Radiologic Technology Program provides Leadership for the Radiologic Technology and MRI Program. M aintains JRCERT accreditation of the MRT program through ongoing assessment and effectiveness and develops clinical site partnerships.

D irects, and manages the didactic and clinical education activities of the MRT program (including continuous program accreditation activities) to ensure the achievement of the program's goals and mission

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

1. Actively participate in budget planning and ordering supplies

2. Advise students in academic matters. Communicate with and advise prospective students and coordinate students' recruitment / program admission activities, which includes information session presentations

3. Analyze MRT program effectiveness for continuous program improvement. Analyze MRT students' academic record for program completion.

Coordinate the discipline and dismissal of program students as needed

4. Check all radiographic equipment for any repairs or needed preventive maintenance

5. Coordinate and maintain current MRT advisory committee membership list and document, prepare, and present program progress reports at the semi-annual MRT Advisory Committee meetings.

6. Coordinate monthly review of students' didactic and clinical education records and progress report

7. Coordinate the Medical Radiologic Technology and Computed Tomography programs' activities and provide daily leadership and managerial functions to the students and faculty

8. Maintain and monitor laboratory equipment quality control / quality assurance for safety and radiation protection, in compliance with state and federal regulations

9. Maintain and monitor the expiration of clinical education contracts including seeking and negotiating new clinical education affiliation

10. Maintain appropriate contact with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and prepare documents to meet all requirements for continuous program accreditation

11. Participate in on / off-campus professional development activities including coordinating students' participation in the professional development activities of LSC-M / CF MRT programs, the Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists (TSRT) Annual Conference, and the Houston Area Radiology Consortium (HARC)

12. Participate in the preparation, management, and monitoring of the MRT department's budget

13. Participate in the recruitment of program's full-time / adjunct faculty, and clinical instructors in addition to serving in the NASH division recruitment search committees

14. Prepare and provide requested program information to the NASH Dean and systems office including conducting ACE, SLO, PLO evaluation and preparing reports for institutional effectiveness in preparation for SACS program assessment

15. Provide leadership in the management and evaluation of the Medical radiologic technology curriculum

16. Teach program courses as needed and prepare MRT graduating students to achieve success in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) national credentialing and certification examinations

17. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Must have documented understanding of radiologic technology an d associated imaging modalities
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaborat ion, teamwork, and facilitation
• Commitment to diversity; ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectivel y with a wide variety of people
• Proficiency in curriculum design, program administration, evaluation, ins truction, and academic advising
• Experience using innovative strategies and technology in the classroom
• Excellent communication an d interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated interest and / or experience with interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning com munities, and distance learning
• Commitment to academic excellence, student success, exceptional service, and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES :

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing;

bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS :

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor ' s degree and at least 5 years of related work experience , or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience must inlcude at least 3 years in a manager- or director-level position
• Two years of experience as an instructor i n a JRCERT accredited program
• Three years of cli nical experience in radiography
• Current ARRT and st ate registration in radiography

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master's degree
• Certifications in advanced modalities such as MRI, CT, Mammography, o r Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Community College experience

Salary

Hiring salary range is $83,159 - $95,633.

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education.

Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer.

The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed :

• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
• If the position was full time or part time
• If the position was paid or unpaid
• Level of degree completed including date earned.
• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work / life balance.

This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

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If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

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Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.